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County Durham Duo Named Finalists in National Dream Bestie Design Competition
Two children receiving cancer treatment at the Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle have been selected as national finalists in the Dream Bestie 2026 competition, organised by Warmies in partnership with Cancer Support UK. The initiative invites young patients to design their imaginary “Dream Bes...
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Durham school students wished 'good luck' for Hadestown performances by West End cast
Pupils at Durham High School performed the teen version of the hit Broadway musical as their annual show earlier this week
Sue Snowdon Praised for Years of Service as Lord Lieutenant of County Durham
The Lord Lieutenant of County Durham has been praised as an “unwavering servant to our area” as she prepares to step down from the role. Sue Snowdon has served as The Monarch’s official representative in County Durham for more than a decade, accompanying members of the Royal Family during thei...
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Interactive Event to Bring County Durham’s Creative Community Together
Artists, creatives and partners from across County Durham are invited to take part in an interactive event exploring the future of culture in the county. Into the Light will bring together artists, creative practitioners, cultural organisations and partners for a free Spotlight consultation event at...
Dyer Sponsorship Supports Engineering Students at New College Durham
New College Durham (NCD) has strengthened its partnership with engineering firm Dyer through the company’s support for the Skills Forge initiative and sponsorship of the Level 2 Fabrication and Welding course. Based at the college, the Skills Forge is a state-of-the-art training facility designed ...
Durham Aykley Heads regeneration plan gets £27m boost ahead of County Hall demolition
North East mayor Kim McGuinness and council leaders have signed up a new injection of public funding into the transformation of Durham's Aykley Heads
Durham Hotel Hosts Fundraising Dinner to Support St Cuthbert’s Hospice
A Durham hotel is supporting St Cuthbert’s Hospice by donating an entire fundraising event to help raise essential funds for the charity. The gesture comes as the hospice continues to depend on community fundraising to maintain its vital care services. The Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham will host a sp...
North East pub to be painted black and white or red and white for Tyne Wear Derby as fans vote
A pub in the North East has vowed to be painted in either Sunderland or Newcastle colours for the Tyne-Wear Derby
Free Events Across County Durham to Celebrate County Durham Day
A series of free events will take place this week to celebrate County Durham Day. Durham County Council has organised a range of family-friendly activities on Friday 20 March to highlight the county’s heritage, history and strong community spirit. The council’s libraries will mark the day with e...
North East mayor given £120m to speed up stalled city regeneration plans
The Treasury is giving North East mayor Kim McGuinness more funding that could be used to push forward delayed building plans in Newcastle, Gateshead, Sunderland, or Durham
Students Explore Careers in Archives During Visit to Durham’s The Story
A popular culture, heritage and registration venue has welcomed more than 150 students to a series of sessions designed to inspire interest in careers managing historical records. Over three days, Durham County Council’s venue, The Story, hosted 154 Year 7 pupils from Tanfield School. During the v...
Stanley Front Street Brightened with Community-Inspired Shop Shutter Art
A series of shop shutter artworks have been introduced on Stanley Front Street, celebrating the town’s strong sense of community pride. The colourful designs, now displayed across five shop fronts along Front Street, reflect what Stanley means to local residents. The project has been delivered by ...
Durham Council Moves Closer to High Street Rental Auction Pilot in Bishop Auckland and Stanley
Plans to introduce enforcement measures to tackle empty shop units in two County Durham towns could move a step closer next week. Durham County Council’s Cabinet will be asked to approve the proposed boundary areas for a pilot High Street Rental Auction (HSRA) scheme in Bishop Auckland and Stanley...
Durham County Council Proposes Fairer and More Flexible Allotment Rules
Creating a fairer and more flexible system is central to proposed changes to a local authority’s allotment tenancy agreement and policies. Durham County Council’s Cabinet will be asked to approve a range of updates designed to provide clearer and more consistent rules for council-owned allotment...
County Durham’s Tanfield Railway Wins Prestigious Railway of the Year Award
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Volunteers Plant Hundreds of Trees in Hartlepool Green Initiative
Local residents came together on Friday 6 March to plant new trees in Hartlepool, a town with one of the lowest levels of tree canopy cover in England. Dozens of volunteers rolled up their sleeves to plant more than 200 trees at the Phoenix Centre site on the Central Estate, helping to improve green...
‘She Thrives’ Exhibition Celebrates Women in Sport at Bishop Auckland Town Hall
A powerful and unfiltered photography exhibition showcasing women taking part in sport and physical activity will open at Bishop Auckland Town Hall tomorrow (7th of March). Titled ‘She Thrives’, the exhibition forms part of Durham County Council’s wider She Thrives campaign, running throughout...
Charming walled garden near famous North East landmark is the perfect place to relax
Crook Hall has 'characterful gardens on the edge of Durham city, set against the backdrop of a medieval hall'
D'ye ken Elsie Marley, hinny? Face-to-face for first time with a legendary landlady
Elsie Marley's grown so fine, She won't get up to feed the swine, But lies in bed 'til eight or nine! Lazy Elsie Marley.
Young Chilton Footballers Receive £500 Boost for New Training Technology
A young grassroots football team in County Durham is set to benefit from new training technology after receiving a £500 donation to support its growing squad of young players. Chilton Juniors FC Under 8’s Colts team will use the funding to purchase equipment that allows coaches to...